Suicide prevention is a critical responsibility shared by healthcare professionals across all care settings. This 2 CEU training will provide participants with an evidence-based overview of suicide prevention, emphasizing the identification of risk factors, warning signs, protective factors, and appropriate intervention strategies. Attendees will gain practical knowledge to help recognize individuals at risk, respond with confidence and compassion, and connect them with appropriate resources for further assessment and support.

Through real-world examples and discussion, participants will strengthen their ability to incorporate suicide prevention practices into their daily interactions with patients, residents, families, and colleagues.

Course Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Identify common risk factors, warning signs, and protective factors associated with suicide.

• Recognize when an individual may be experiencing a suicidal crisis and describe appropriate initial response strategies.

• Apply evidence-based communication techniques to engage individuals with empathy, reduce stigma, and encourage help-seeking behaviors.

• Identify appropriate referral pathways and community resources available to support individuals at risk for suicide.

• Demonstrate increased confidence in integrating suicide prevention principles into everyday healthcare practice.

Presented by: Justin Johnson, MSW, Greater Memphis Regional Director, Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network (TSPN). Participants who successfully complete the program will receive 2 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).